Job Description
We are looking for a responsible, hands-on, and customer-oriented Salad Bar Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our supermarket salad bar. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring product freshness, food safety, attractive product presentation, stock availability, and smooth daily operations while leading and motivating the team to deliver excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise the daily operations of the salad bar, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient food preparation.
- Oversee the preparation, cutting, washing, mixing, portioning, and presentation of fresh vegetables, fruits, salads, toppings, and dressings.
- Ensure all products are fresh, properly labelled, attractively displayed, and replenished throughout the day.
- Monitor product quality, freshness, expiry dates, and shelf life to minimise food wastage.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in accordance with company policies and applicable Malaysian regulations.
- Monitor chiller and display temperatures and ensure proper food storage and handling procedures.
- Supervise, train, and guide salad bar staff to maintain productivity, service standards, and teamwork.
- Manage stock levels, conduct stock counts, monitor ingredient usage, and prepare orders or replenishment requests.
- Implement proper stock rotation using the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) method.
- Monitor sales performance, control food costs, reduce wastage, and support the achievement of sales targets.
- Handle customer enquiries and feedback professionally and ensure a positive shopping experience.
- Maintain cleanliness of workstations, utensils, equipment, storage areas, and salad bar displays.
- Prepare daily operational reports and report any quality, equipment, or operational issues to management.
- Ensure the team follows company SOPs, workplace safety requirements, and operational guidelines.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in food preparation, fresh food operations, a salad bar, deli, food retail, or a similar environment.
- Previous supervisory or team-leading experience is an advantage.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene, food handling, product freshness, and proper storage procedures.
- Ability to supervise staff and manage daily operational priorities.
- Strong organisational, communication, and customer service skills.
- Responsible, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Willing to work on shifts, weekends, and public holidays when required.
- Basic computer skills and experience with stock control or inventory systems are an advantage.
- Candidates with relevant food handling training or certification will be preferred.
Working Hours
- Full-time position based on a retail shift schedule.
- Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays according to the roster.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for career development and advancement.
- On-the-job training and development.
- A supportive and professional working environment.
- Staff benefits in accordance with company policy.
Pay: Up to RM2,600.00 per month
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Maternity leave
- Opportunities for promotion
- Parental leave
- Professional development
Work Location: In person